In a high-scoring IPL 2026 clash, Rajasthan Royals defeated Lucknow Super Giants by seven wickets to keep their playoff hopes alive. Chasing a massive 221-run target, teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi stole the spotlight with a breathtaking 93 off just 38 balls, smashing 10 sixes and missing his century by only seven runs. His explosive innings made the chase look effortless, while Dhruv Jurel finished the game with an unbeaten 53. Rajasthan now needs a win against Mumbai Indians in their final league match to qualify for the playoffs.
Earlier, Mitchell Marsh powered LSG to 220/5 with a brilliant 96 off 57 balls, while Jos Inglis added a quickfire 60. However, LSG bowlers had no answer to Vaibhav’s aggressive batting, especially after Mayank Yadav conceded 29 runs in one over. Rishabh Pant’s side looked helpless as Rajasthan dominated the chase from start to finish, handing LSG another disappointing defeat in the season.
